Things to do in Mumbai this weekend

Watch a touching playAfter a successful premiere last month in South Mumbai, Hello Farmaaish will be staged in the suburbs this weekend. The play, directed by Yuki Ellias, tells the heartwarming story of three misfits — a young girl named Minaz, her indignant teacher General Gita, and their local RJ Babloo — as they start an experimental community radio to cover astronaut Kalpana Chawla’s mission aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia. The production is the second play to be staged this year, as part of the fourth season of Aadyam Theatre, an initiative to promote theatre in India.
WHERE: St Andrews Auditorium, Bandra WHEN: Sept 8, 7.30 pm and Sept 9, 4 pm and 7.30 pm ENTRY: Rs 300 to Rs 1,250 LOG: www.bookmyshow.com

Party with pupsWant to spend some quality time with your furry friend? Then take your dogs to the ‘Mumbai Pupper Party 4.0’, organised by Pet Fed. Here, your pets can run around, take part in doggy games and feast on a lavish spread. While the pups are enjoying, pet parents can enjoy a complimentary pint of ice-cold beer.
WHERE: Autumn Bar & Bistro, Andheri WHEN: 12 pm to 3 pm ENTRY: Rs 299 LOG: www.petfed.org

Dance to BLOT!In need of some trippy electronica? Then we suggest you hit this Andheri nightclub tonight. Leading the revelries is Delhi-based act BLOT! (Basic Love Of Things), the brainchild of Gaurav Malaker. The act is known for delivering mad live gigs which incorporates deep house and techno sounds, along with visual art, to create a unique mixed media performance. Supporting act: Blurry Slur.
WHERE: Kitty Su, The Lalit, Andheri (E) WHEN: 10 pm onwards ENTRY: Rs 1,000 (for women) and Rs 2,000 (for couples) LOG: www.kittysu.com

Grow your own veggiesIf you’ve taken up an interest in urban gardening, then this class should be a must-attend. Organised by HydroFarm Biotech, the workshop will focus on the merits of soilless gardening. The advantage of going soilless is that you have more control over the growth of plants and you eliminate the chances of disease and contamination. At this class you will also learn how to maintain food gardens in small spaces, recycle organic waste and other tips and tricks on sustainable gardening. Each participant will also get to take home planted vegetables seeds in a container.
WHERE: 212 All Good, Lower Parel WHEN: 4 pm to 7 pm ENTRY: Rs 999 CALL: 9833780090

Explore the flavours of mead

Ancient Greeks believed that mead was the drink of the gods; and in Norse mythology, there are stories of how brave Viking warriors were welcomed at Valhalla with the drink. Even old Indian texts contain references to mead — which is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘madh’ (honey), as it is made by fermenting honey with various fruits and spices. At this workshop, conducted by Moonshine Meadery, learn the history of meads and the importance of honey, after which you get to try out some variants from their Mead Lab series. Some of their small batch experiments include bourbon oaked apple cider mead, a bochet (made from caramelised honey) and a pineapple mead.
WHERE: Khar Social WHEN: 5 pm to 7 pm ENTRY: Free, registration required RSVP: www.insider.in

Check OutAwadhi delights at SaffronThe recent addition of culinary expert Chef Abdul Quddus to the team at Saffron, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu’s Indian restaurant, has resulted in the launch of a brand new scrumptious menu which celebrates the best of Awadhi cuisine. Boasting of many non-vegetarian and vegetarian options, the dishes will be prepared using traditional blend of spices and the dum phukt-style of cooking. Some of the preparations include Shahi Nalli Nihari (lamb shank, onion, yoghurt and spices), Palak Anjeera Kebabs (spinach, figs, black cumin) and Chef’s special Raan-E-Quddus (lamb leg, shahi jeera, cinnamon, mace and malt vinegar) — a secret ancestral recipe that has been handed down through generations in Chef Quddus’ family.
WHERE: Saffron, JW Marriott, Juhu WHEN: Daily, 7 pm to 12 pm ENTRY: Menu is à la carte CALL: 66933225

Explore gender issues and patriarchyAt this show, two interesting performances — Striptease (in pic) and Devi — will be presented by artistes Lopamudra Mohanty and Prachi Chaube. The performances comprise four monologues which will be delivered in English and Hindi. The monologues explore subjects such as gender issues, bodyshaming, sexual preferences, violence against women and patriarchy. The performances will be followed by a discussion on these issues as well.
WHERE: Hive at Great Eastern, Byculla WHEN: Sept 8 and 9, 7.30 pm ENTRY: Rs 400 onwards LOG: www.bookmyshow.com

Learn history through sculpturesChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) is home to rare sculptures that reveal a lot about the traditions of ancient and early medieval India. Theses sculptures offer insights into various sects such as Shaivism, Vaishnavism, Buddhism and Jainism. At this walk, organised by Sahapedia Walks & Talks, you get to examine the sculptures at the museum and learn about these various sects. The walk will also cover other aspects such as history, iconography, mythology and the philosophical base of the sculptures.
WHERE: CSMVS, Fort WHEN: Sept 9, 11 am ENTRY: Free CALL: 9920679409

Math geeks, attend this lectureDiffi cult situations are a part of everyone’s life. One cannot avoid them. What if we say mathematics, the subject most dreaded in school, can be used to fi nd a logical solution for most problems? To illustrate this, theoretical computer scientist Prahladh Harsha, from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), will share some of his research. It focuses on mathematics as a study of patterns and structures, along with the fascination of mathematicians with the confounding and yet to be solved computer science problem of P versus NP. The talk is part of Junoon’s ongoing ‘Mumbai Local’ series of lectures.
WHERE: Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Byculla WHEN: Sept 9, 5 pm ENTRY: Free, by RSVP RSVP: mumbailocal@junoontheatre.org

MUST ATTENDJay Sean concertRemember grooving to the tunes of Down and Ride It? Well, next week you are getting a chance to rock to these songs live as Jay Sean will be in the city for a concert next week. The British singersongwriter, credited as one of the pioneers of Bhangra-R&B fusion, will be performing at Lord Of The Drinks. The venue boasts of having Asia’s longest bar, measuring at 210 ft. So sip on some potent cocktails as Jay Sean gets the party started.
WHERE: Lord Of The Drinks, Lower Parel WHEN: Sept 11, 9 pm ENTRY: Call venue for details CALL: 8291107264

BOOK NOWMake a mug mondayFor many, a good start to a day involves a piping hot cup of chai or coffee in the morning. While the beverages are vital, the mug in which you drink your coffee or tea plays an important part as well. After all, who would want to drink out of a boring, drab mug? At this workshop, you get to make your own dream mug. The size, the colour; it’s all up to you. Here, learn about a variety of decorative techniques such as stamping, textured rolling and slip trailing, which will make sure that your creation is oneof-kind. All art materials are included in the cost.
WHERE: Studio One 6, Prabhadevi WHEN: Sept 10, 2 pm COST: Rs 1,400 LOG: www.insider.in

PLAN AHEADRatangad Sonki flower trekRatangad is a hill fort which is also known as ‘Jewels of the Fort’. Located in the district of Ahmednagar, it is about 4,255 feet above sea level. The fort is surrounded by beautiful mountains such as Kulang and Alang. Also, it is at the banks of Bhandardara lake, making the location a visual treat for tourists. One of the attractions right now is the yellow Sonki flowers. During this season, the entire region gets covered with these beautiful flowers. If you want to witness this amazing sight, sign up now for this trek, organised by Midas Adventure Club.
WHERE: Kasara station WHEN: Sept 9, 1.20 am COST: Rs 1,050 CALL: 9370080086

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